Chemical Name: 1,3-Dichloro-5,5-dimethylhydantoin
Synonyms: DCDMH; DICHLORO-DIMETHYL-HYDANTOINE; Dichlorodimethyl Hydantoin-DCDMH
CAS No.: 118-52-5
Molecular Formula: C5H6Cl2N2O2
Molecular Weight: 197.02
Appearance: Powder
Parameter | Value |
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CAS Number | 118-52-5 |
Molecular Formula | C5H6Cl2N2O2 |
Molecular Weight | 205.02 g/mol |
Appearance | White crystalline powder |
Active Chlorine Content | 56-58% |
Melting Point | 132-136°C |
Solubility | Slightly soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents |
Feature | 1,3-Dichloro-5,5-dimethylhydantoin | Trichloroisocyanuric Acid |
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Chlorine Release Rate | Controlled | Rapid |
pH Stability | Broad range (4-10) | Narrow optimal range |
Storage Safety | Non-hygroscopic | Moisture-sensitive |
Widely used in cooling towers, swimming pools, and industrial wastewater systems for microbial control.
Effective in food processing equipment sanitization, healthcare surface disinfection (1,000-2,000 ppm solutions).
Oxidizing agent in chemical synthesis and textile bleaching operations (typical dosage: 0.5-3% w/w).
Application | Concentration | Contact Time |
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Drinking Water | 2-4 mg/L | 30 min |
Surface Disinfection | 0.1-0.5% | 10-15 min |
Always use PPE including nitrile gloves and eye protection. Store in cool (<30°C), dry conditions separated from acids.
Chemical plant in Ohio achieved 99.9% Legionella reduction using 15 ppm continuous dosing system.
European processor eliminated coliform contamination with 0.3% solution rinse cycles (25% cost reduction vs. hypochlorite).
Location: Texas, USA | Challenge: Trihalomethane formation | Solution: Switched from chlorine gas to DCDMH tablets | Result: 40% THM reduction while maintaining 0.5 ppm residual chlorine.
Location: Guangdong, China | Issue: Mold in packaging area | Our Solution: 0.2% fogging treatment every 72 hours | Outcome: Zero microbial counts for 6+ months.
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